NBA Free Agency Articles - Page 62

The NBA offseason rumors are heating up, especially with the Brooklyn Nets. Their stars, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving could be on the move, which would drastically change the future of the franchise and would have a major impact on the Houston Rockets. Irving is the key, as he is at an impasse with the […]

Just when it seemed like PJ Tucker was a lock to play out his 2-year contract with the Miami Heat, the veteran pulled a fast one and decided to opt-out of his $7.4 million player option for the 2022-23 NBA season. Entering the 2022 NBA Free Agency, PJ Tucker will certainly have plenty of suitors […]

After a drama-filled regular season with Brooklyn Nets star guard Kyrie Irving, why should the offseason be any different? It all started when a report emerged that Irving is seeking a long-term contract while the Nets, understandably, would like a more short-term deal, given the star guard’s unpredictable nature. It turns out that the Nets […]

The Brooklyn Nets could find themselves completely rebuilding this offseason with the latest information on Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Durant is “monitoring the Brooklyn Nets’ situation and considering options with his future” amid Irving’s own questions about his future. This is according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, who broke the news Thursday […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are set to make a bit of noise in the offseason, and Lu Dort might be headed over to team up with Damian Lillard. Nothing is set in stone just yet. The Blazers are actually targeting Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby. Portland is willing to part with the No. 7 pick […]

Trade and free agency rumors are circulating the league ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft and the free agency period. And, one of the most prominent discussions surrounds PJ Tucker joining the Philadelphia 76ers. Tucker declined his $7.4 million player option with the Miami Heat earlier this week, sparking the conversations. He could be a […]

NBA free agency is always one of the hottest moments of the summer. Some seasons there are All-Stars seeking out new homes, which can shift the tide of the league. Some summers are defined by the crazy trades that can be made at the blink of an eye that nobody saw coming and that’s what […]

Luke Kennard was the top three-point shooter in the NBA last season, but that may not be enough to keep him as a member of the Los Angeles Clippers. With one eye keeping tabs on the Kyrie Irving drama on the other side of the country, the Clippers have their other eye peeled for takers […]

Bradley Beal declined his $36.4 million player option, and the Washington Wizards are already spotting Monte Morris to come in and help keep their star guard. Beal enters unrestricted free agency by declining his hefty player option. He may receive a projected max salary of $43 million as a free agent. Additionally, he can also […]

The Detroit Pistons traded Jerami Grant to the Portland Trail Blazers for a measly future first-round pick in order to shed salary cap and create room for their planned free agency signings. Now, according to a report, the move for Deandre Ayton is looking more likely now. As Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report mentioned, the […]

The New York Knicks have long been rumored to be eyeing Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson in free agency. If they fail to lure him away from the Mavs, however, they have another target in their mind. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, the Knicks are widely expected to pursue Malcolm Brogdon if their […]

Phoenix Suns wing Mikal Bridges knows that the Deandre Ayton situation is out of his control. After all, both parties need to meet on a common ground to make things work. However, if it’s up to Bridges, he wants the big man back. Speaking on Wednesday during a charity softball game, Bridges shared that he’s […]

As the 2022 NBA Draft quickly approaches, Deandre Ayton has emerged as one of the most in-demand players in the market. The Phoenix Suns have yet to make significant progress on an extension for their prized big man, which could point to the fact that the 23-year-old could be on his way out this summer. […]

Right now, it feels like Kyrie Irving is being linked to every other team in the NBA. It sounds like the Dallas Mavericks are joining in on the fun. According to a report by Ric Bucher of FOX Sports, a potential partnership between Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving in Dallas has emerged as a possibility. […]

On Monday, PJ Tucker declined his $7.4 million player option with the Miami Heat, making him a free agent. Since then, multiple teams are rumored to be interested in the veteran, the front runner being the Philadelphia 76ers. According to Marc Stein, “If P.J. Tucker is prepared to leave Miami, Philadelphia is regarded as by […]

The Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers and New York Knicks were named as three potential suitors for Kyrie Irving if his contract talks with the Brooklyn Nets really go south. However, Marc Stein notes that the Miami Heat could also be a player in the Irving sweepstakes should the Nets look to trade him. […]

The future core of the Brooklyn Nets is fuzzy, as it seems like all of their star players want out. James Harden left first, forcing his way out through a trade to the Philadelphia 76ers. Now, Kyrie Irving is just days away from becoming a free agent. If he doesn’t opt into his $36.5 million player […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have recently been rumored to have a strong interest in Kyrie Irving, whose future in Brooklyn remains unclear following a tumultuous 2021-22 season. Amid the Irving rumors came speculation that Anthony Davis could potentially be traded in order to reunite Irving with LeBron James on the Lakers. NBA insider Zach Lowe […]

The Brooklyn Nets are once again on the verge of squandering their immense talent. While Kyrie Irving’s future hangs in the balance, the front office has to get to work retooling the roster. One player that would be a strong addition is P.J. Tucker, who is set to hit NBA free agency. According to Kristian […]

News broke on Tuesday that Nicolas Batum is declining his $3.3 million player option with the Los Angeles Clippers. Now a free agent, Batum garnered the attention of multiple different teams around the league. According to Yahoo! Sports, the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls, Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns, and Utah Jazz are interested in the […]

Trade rumors are ramping up, especially with the 2022 NBA Draft taking place on Thursday night. It sounds like the Brooklyn Nets may have a busy offseason this year, as Kyrie Irving’s future with the club is up in the air. As a result, opposing teams are keeping tabs on Kevin Durant for now. According […]

The best basketball of his career wasn’t just indispensable to the Golden State Warriors’ championship run, but also earned Kevon Looney the league-wide respect he has deserved ever since emerging as a key cog for basketball’s latest dynasty a few years ago. He obviously isn’t Stephen Curry, Draymond Green or Klay Thompson, and sits a […]

P.J Tucker made a huge difference for the Miami Heat in 2021-22, helping them win the Eastern Conference. Now, it appears they will have stiff competition in order to retain him in NBA Free Agency. On Monday, Tucker declined his $7.4 million player option and decided to hit the open market. Per Chris Haynes, numerous […]

Mitchell Robinson is heading to NBA free agency after a very solid start to his career with the New York Knicks. After being taken with the 36th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, he has shown to be one of the best offensive rebounders and shot blockers in the league. He also broke Wilt […]

Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets are reportedly at an impasse when it comes to his future with the franchise. This has opened up the possibility of Irving going elsewhere. However, Brian Lewis of the New York Post says the most likely outcome is still that Irving is back with the Nets for 2022-23. Shams […]

Celebrating his pivotal role in another Golden State Warriors title less than two years removed from being sent to the G-League, Jordan Poole apparently let champagne do the talking about his forthcoming payday. Jordan Poole: "Where we going?" Andrew Wiggins: "I'm going toooooo… Maf*ckin Spain." JP: "What? What, yes! Yes, we can do that! You […]

The Milwaukee Bucks will need to be ready for what could be a busy free agency window for them. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Co. will obviously want to enter the new season with the best roster possible, and this could mean that they want to bring back their core group — the same one that led […]

The Philadelphia 76ers could be shopping forward Matisse Thybulle to make room for a potential PJ Tucker signing, according to Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer. Sources: Sixers pursuing P.J. Tucker; Matisse Thybulle and a pick being shopped to create cap space https://t.co/YZ8Z1Qx2rT via @phillyinquirer — Keith Pompey (@PompeyOnSixers) June 22, 2022 Tucker declined his […]

John Wall, unsurprisingly, has exercised the option on his contract for next season. Still, don’t expect his tenure with the Houston Rockets to last much longer. Shams Charania of The Athletic and STADIUM reported on Tuesday that Wall picked up the $47.4 million player option on his contract for 2022-23, hardly shocking considering that exorbitantly […]

The NBA offseason is here which means NBA free agency is almost set get underway. There are a number of high-profile names ready to hit the open market. The most discussed free agents are the stars such as Zach LaVine and Deandre Ayton. But it is the under-the-radar free agents who can ultimately help teams […]

The Phoenix Suns have a huge conundrum this offseason, both literally and figuratively, in the form of Deandre Ayton. The big man has firmly sought after a max contract and the Suns aren’t exactly teeming with extra dough. Phoenix is paying Devin Booker, Chris Paul, and Mikal Bridges a combined 82 million next season. Robert […]

The New York Knicks are hoping to make a splash this offseason after a disappointing 2021-22 campaign. The Knicks have constantly been linked to Dallas Mavericks free agent Jalen Brunson, and now there are Kyrie Irving rumors out there. If New York wants to create cap space to make a run at signing one of […]

The Charlotte Hornets are expected to be active this summer, with numerous decisions to make ahead of Free Agency. Miles Bridges is looking for a max deal, but there is some doubt that the Hornets will actually put that type of extension on the table. Nevertheless, he is an RFA, which means the organization can […]

With Kawhi Leonard and Paul George expected to be back and healthy, the Los Angeles Clippers are expected to make a Finals run, with many viewing them as a favorite to win it all in 2022-23. The Clippers are built perfectly around Leonard and George, with star power, guard play, length at the wings, and […]

Miles Bridges was among the best combo-forwards of the NBA this past season. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem like the Charlotte Hornets are ready to go all-in on him. The 24-year-old is coming off his best season yet, and he will be a restricted free agent this offseason. He averaged 20.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.8 […]

The Brooklyn Nets and Kyrie Irving are evidently reaching a breaking point in their relationship. The organization is looking to sign him to a shorter-term deal this summer considering his lack of availability over the last couple of seasons, while Irving himself is hoping for a lucrative multi-year deal. But as Jake Fischer of Bleacher […]

Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets are seemingly going through a messy divorce for the public to see. Could Irving’s next fling be with the next door neighbor – the New York Knicks? Irving has a player option going into the offseason and can press the eject button if nothing in the form of an […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are already being deemed as an early favorite to win the 2023 NBA title with the return of Kawhi Leonard. However, they will have to try and retain a key rotational piece this summer. Forward Nicolas Batum is declining his $3.3 million player option and will test free agency but as […]

The LA Clippers are in prime position to contend for the 2023 NBA Championship. With Kawhi Leonard and Paul George both healthy, the team is expected to make a deep playoff run, with many betting on them to win the whole thing. How much further could this team go if they were to somehow acquire […]